How far is Cape Carteret, NC from Lola, NC?
The driving distance from Cape Carteret, NC to Lola, NC is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Town in Carteret County, North Carolina, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Carteret and Lola.
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Start on WB McLean Drive
15.8 mi · 23 min · WB McLean Drive
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Keep slight right to continue on Arendell Street
5.2 mi · 8 min · Arendell Street
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Continue on Arendell Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · Arendell Street
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Continue on Grayden Paul Bridge
5.3 mi · 8 min · Grayden Paul Bridge
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Turn right
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Turn left
6.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn sharp left
8.2 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
8.3 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Lola Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Lola Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lola Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape Carteret and Lola.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
WB McLean Drive
Start on WB McLean Drive
15.8 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Cape Carteret and Mostly Sunny near Lola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Carteret to Lola?
The road trip is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km) and usually takes 01h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Beaufort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.7 miles from Cape Carteret and 29.8 miles from Lola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.1 miles (77.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.32 one way or $16.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cape Carteret and Mostly Sunny near Lola.
Stop Ideas Near Beaufort
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Beaufort.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape Carteret and Lola. Straight-line distance: 48.11 mi (77.42 km).
#1 Cape Carteret
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 2,061 |
| Coordinates | 34.6915500, -77.0630000 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lola
Lola is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.9579400, -76.2793600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lola (-76.27936, 34.95794)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $8.32 | $16.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $9.30 | $18.60 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $10.03 | $20.07 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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